Woman in Mind
By Alan Ayckbourn
7:30 p.m., Sept. 21-22, 26-29
2 p.m. Sunday matinee, Sept. 23
A wonderfully absurdist play about a boring cleric’s wife. After being
knocked unconscious, she experiences uproarious hallucinations where she
lives in a fantasy existence as an ideal wife and mother to a perfect family.
Ultimately, this fantasy land turns into a nightmare, and the ending is both
fascinating and shocking. Critics have said, “We laugh at ourselves and the
experience is at once painful and exhilarating.” This thought-provoking
challenging theatre serves to showcase Stephens’ performing arts talent.
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Stepping Out
By Richard Harris
7:30 p.m., Oct. 19-20, 24-27
2 p.m. Sunday matinee, Oct. 21
Liza Minnelli made the movie, and now Stephens College brings it to Columbia.
How hard is it for a group of women to learn to tap dance? Their earnest
efforts provide an evening’s entertainment, one that the N.Y.
Daily News proclaimed such “a surefire winner” that “you’ll
stand up and cheer.” The play ends with a recital so triumphant
that you will leave with a warm glow and possibly a renewed energy to
pursue a lifelong dream.
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Fiorello!
Music by Jerry Bock
Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick
Book by Jerome Weidman and George Abbott
7:30 p.m., Nov. 30-Dec. 1, 5-8
2 p.m. Sunday matinee, Dec. 2
This glorious musical tells the story of the rise to power of New York’s
Mayor Fiorello LaGuardia. But unlike some political musicals, this is a love
story, with a huge cast of talented performers. In a time when we are in the
midst of our own election campaign, it’s only fitting that we present this
masterpiece. It celebrates the integrity of a “little man” with the warmth
and humor that only American Musical Theatre can provide. “FIORELLO is
a witty, sweet valentine to all that is right about America,” say critics.
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The Country Wife
By William Wycherley
7:30 p.m., Feb. 8-9, 14-16
2 p.m. Sunday matinee, Feb. 10
The Restoration is in full swing, and Mr. Pinchwife has brought his young
wife, Margery, to the city. As inexperienced as she is, Margery soon discovers
the joys of town, especially the fascinating London men. Written in 1675,
this play was initially considered too outrageous to be performed. Today
it is a stage favorite and is acclaimed by critics who praise its energy,
social satire and just pure fun. The stage will be filled with wonderful
costumes and outlandish characters such as Lady Fidget, Mrs. Dainty Fidget
and Mrs. Squeamish.
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6 Women with Brain Death or Expiring Minds Want to Know
By Cheryl Benge, Christy Brandt, Rosie Coppedge, Valerie Fagan, Sandee
Johnson, Peggy Pharr Wilson, Mark Houston, Ross Freese
Music and Lyrics by Mark Houston
7:30 p.m., March 14-15, 19-21
2 p.m. Sunday matinee, March 16
(Performed in the Warehouse Theatre)
Buckle up, because here comes a cult classic musical! Stephens offers
a fast-paced, irreverent look at contemporary life and pop culture. The
wacky world of tabloid headlines comes to life through such songs as “I
Was Much Too Fat to Be Prom Queen.” Mark Houston’s clever music and
lyrics include beautiful ballads, gospel, rockabilly, doo-wop and good old
rock ‘n’ roll. Strictly for mature audiences only.
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The Man Who Came to Dinner
By Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman
7:30 p.m., May 2-3, 7-9; 2 p.m. Sunday matinee, May 4
The 2007-08 season closes with a Broadway favorite and the most popular
title in American Theatre. Sheridan Whiteside comes to dinner, slips on
the doorstep and breaks his hip – and a tumultuous six weeks follow.
The Stanley family hardly knows how to cope with the collection of visitors
that descends upon their modest family. Stephens College Theatre celebrates
the career and contributions of Professor of Theatre Brett Prentiss by
showcasing him in this last production of the academic season.
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